TaXavvy Issue 03/2021

In this issue:

 
Perlindungan Ekonomi & Rakyat Malaysia assistance package (PERMAI) 

The PERMAI assistance package has been announced by the Prime Minister this afternoon. Valued at RM15 billion, its objectives are to:

  • Combat the COVID-19 pandemic
  • Safeguard the welfare of the people
  • Support the business community

The following measures were announced this afternoon by the Prime Minister:

Special deduction for rental discount given to SME tenants

  • Personal tax relief for private COVID-19 screening
  • Extension of special personal income tax relief on the purchase of personal computer, smartphone or tablet
  • Extension of sales tax exemption on passenger motor vehicles
  • Shorter ownership period to qualify for excise duty and sales tax exemption for taxi owners
  • Wage Subsidy Programme 3.0
  • Human Resources Development Fund (HRDF) levy exemption

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